Lansing Compilation Raises Money for Humane Society
Todd Karinen's 36-band collection sends all proceeds to the Capital Area Humane Society, alongside a separate Wavelength Records electronic release.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Philanthropy
Todd Karinen released "You Will Miss Us When We Are Gone: A Lansing Compilation," a 36-band collection produced through Silver Maple Kill Records and GTG Records. All proceeds from the release will benefit the Capital Area Humane Society, and it is available on Bandcamp.
Why it matters
The compilation channels local music activity into direct support for a Lansing animal welfare organization. It also highlights a growing pattern of community-driven releases in Michigan's independent music scene.
The Lansing compilation features 36 bands and musicians, with all proceeds designated for the Capital Area Humane Society. The source does not disclose the total amount raised or sales to date.
The players
Todd Karinen
Todd Karinen is the Lansing musician and organizer who brought together the 36-band compilation benefiting local animal welfare.
Capital Area Humane Society
The Capital Area Humane Society is a Lansing-area animal welfare organization receiving all proceeds from the Lansing compilation.
Wavelength Records
Wavelength Records is an independent record label that released the electronic "[V3] Compilation" curated by Big Sherm.
The details
Todd Karinen assembled the collection with Silver Maple Kill Records and GTG Records, and it is available on Bandcamp. Separately, Wavelength Records released the "[V3] Compilation," curated by Big Sherm, featuring electronic artists working across techno, electro, house and minimal styles.
Timeline
Two new Michigan artist compilations arrived within the past month.
Market Landscape
Both compilations are distributed through Bandcamp, a platform that lets independent labels and artists sell music directly to fans without a major retail intermediary. This model supports small-scale, charity-linked releases like the Lansing compilation alongside label-curated projects such as Wavelength's electronic collection.
Listeners who buy the Lansing compilation on Bandcamp send their payment toward the Capital Area Humane Society, since all proceeds are designated for the shelter. Fans can also purchase the Wavelength Records electronic compilation directly on the same platform.
The takeaway
Buying directly from independent artists and labels on Bandcamp can channel purchases toward local causes like animal shelters. Checking whether a release designates proceeds to a charity is a simple way to make your music spending do more.
Further reading
Explore more local giving stories in Lansing Philanthropy.
More information
Listen to and purchase the Lansing compilation on Bandcamp.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Lansing State Journal.
